Grounds Coffee Co. - Woodinville

Most expensive Americano I’ve ever had. It was pretty good, flavor-wise (probably 8.5/10), but price really turned me off, especially because they don’t show the prices ahead of time. I could’ve asked, but the prices weren’t on the board. I can’t justify a good rating when the prices are so high. Btw, my Americo was roughly the equivalent of a tall. Good chance I won’t go back. There’s much less expensive coffee, just a couple minutes away in DT woodinville.

Several visits now and all consistent as well as quality. Love the coffee they brew and service also great.

We used to come all the time, but we will not anymore after the way barista treated me today. I ordered our drinks the same way I have multiple times and when I got a drink back that wasn’t the normal way we’ve gotten it. When I asked why it’s not the the normal way I’ve ordered it the barista very rudely told me I had to order it and as for it to be “all the works” and if they don’t do that for free. I’ve literally been here dozens of times and never heard of that. She acted like I was trying to rip them off. Had she politely informed me that I needed to pay extra to have a drink done the typical way I’ve received it I would’ve been happy to pay. So bummed because this has been a staple for us but seems like we’ll have to find a new coffee shop where I’m not treated like a scammer.

I have to start by saying that the baristas were excellent in making a delicious cookies and cream beverage for my daughter. I was amazed that they were able to get anything done with a smile in a cramped space infestated with wasps. I would give 10 stars for the drink itself, but... I would really appreciate a set up that is a bit more hygienic. A girl who made my daughter's drink held the cup, then picked up the trash from the floor and dumped it into the trash can, continued to prepare the drink, took a quick pause to fix her hair, then moved the trash container with her hands, squeezed the whipped cream, opened the jar with the cherries, reached in and grabbed a cherry with her fingers and set it on top on the whipped cream all the actions were made with no interruption to sanitize her hands before handling any of the food items. In the end she grabbed the straw (that was not wrapped in paper) and inserted it into the cup. I don't blame the girl for one single bit, but I do blame the owner of the business. The girls need to be trained in food handling, they should wear some kind of covering on their hair, they should be given utensils to handle cherries and cookies that are used to top the beverages and should be provided with sanitizer and gloves. That being said, my daughter, who unfortunately is not as germophobic as me, thoroughly enjoyed her drink. And of course she took a picture that is included in this review.

Good tasting coffee but after trying this stand out a few times I will not return. Every time I've gone my coffee is given to me Luke warm at best and the baristas always seem to be in a bad mood, barely smile and just aren't very friendly.